Vaghar - Satlasana, Mahesana
Vaghar is a village situated in the Satlasana taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheralu and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Vaghar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghar is 509177. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.33 hectares and falls under the 384325 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Vaghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kheralu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaghar
As per Census 2011, Vaghar village has a total population of 1,832 people, consisting of 924 males and 908 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,114 literate and 718 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,832 | 924 | 908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 123 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,114 | 691 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 718 | 233 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Vaghar
Vaghar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vaghar
Public transport in the Vaghar is mainly available through bus services. Vaghar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheralu to Vaghar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Vaghar is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vaghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Vaghar
Where is Vaghar located?
Vaghar village is located in Satlasana Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaghar?
Vaghar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaghar?
The pincode of Vaghar is 384325.
What is the population of Vaghar?
Vaghar has a total population of 1,832, including 924 males and 908 females.
How many households are there in Vaghar?
There are 340 households in Vaghar.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghar is 60.81%. Male literacy is 74.78% and female literacy is 46.59%.